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FAT → SLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (Fresno) to Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic contrast, featuring the high-altitude granite peaks of the northern Sierra, the distinct blue waters of Mono Lake, and the vast expanse of the Great Salt Lake during the final approach.
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Northern Sierra Crest
Aerial views of the jagged granite peaks and alpine lakes near the Yosemite wilderness boundary.
Mono Lake
A striking ancient saline lake known for its blue water and unique tufa tower formations visible from altitude.
Great Basin Ranges
The repetitive and beautiful basin-and-range topography across central Nevada.
Great Salt Lake
Stunning views of the massive saline lake and Antelope Island as the plane turns for its final descent.
Book a window seat on the left (Port) side to avoid the harsh southern sun glare. This side provides the best angle for Mono Lake roughly 15-20 minutes after takeoff. During the descent into SLC, the left side typically offers a superior panoramic view of the Great Salt Lake's turquoise and pink hues.
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Mammoth Mountain
The prominent volcanic dome and surrounding ski runs of the Mammoth Lakes region.
Wheeler Peak
The 13,063-foot centerpiece of Great Basin National Park, often capped with snow.
Bingham Canyon Mine
One of the world's largest open-pit excavations, visible as a massive tiered crater south of SLC.
Salt Lake Valley
Expansive views of the suburban sprawl and the steep western face of the Wasatch Range.
The right side is excellent for spotting the high-altitude volcanic features of the Eastern Sierra. As you enter the Salt Lake Valley, look for the massive copper mine to the south. Note that the afternoon sun will be on this side of the aircraft, so keep your window shade ready or wear polarized sunglasses.
Book Hotels in Salt Lake CityDistance: 805 km (500 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: FAT (36.77619934082031, -119.71800231933594)
Arrival: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Route Type: Domestic
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